Word Adjective
feverish
adj.
B2 Upper Intermediate US /ˈfivɝɪʃ/ UK /fˈiːvəɹɪʃ/ fever·ish
Definition
adj.having a very high temperature, or showing signs of a serious illness. It can also describe something that is very fast, active, or full of excitement.
adj.characterised by a high body temperature or a state of delirium; alternatively, describing a state of intense activity, excitement, or rapid development.
Examples
“He felt feverish and had a high temperature.”
“The city experienced a feverish rush to buy tickets for the concert before the gates opened.”
“The market saw a feverish rise in property prices as investors scrambled to capitalise on the sudden economic boom.”
Etymology
From fever + -ish.
Etymology adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.
This entry
Level B2 · Upper Intermediate
Frequency Occasional
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